Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities [IRFs] in South Dakota

Age Demographics for South Dakota

Why this matters?
As a state's average age increases, so do the needs of the state in regards to skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, durable medical equipment providers and anything to do with aging, in general. So we believe these values help to give a snapshot of what a state may need or soon need.

1. Persons under 5 years, percent: 7.2%
2. Persons under 18 years, percent: 24.3%
3. Persons 65 years and over, percent: 16%
4. Female persons, percent: 49.6%

Potential Care Challenges in South Dakota

Why this matters?
Simply put, identifying and attempting to fix actual and potential shortcomings in care and care access leads to better outcomes for everyone, patients, caretakers, and family.

1. Healthcare Access Quality: Limited access, with rural areas facing challenges in healthcare services.
2. Prevalent Health Conditions: High rates of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension.
3. Health Insurance Coverage Rates: Limited coverage options in rural areas, with disparities in access to care.
4. Public Health Initiatives: Efforts to address health disparities and improve access to care in rural and tribal communities.
5. Environmental Health Concerns: Concerns over environmental pollution from agricultural activities.
6. Healthcare Workforce Availability: Shortages of healthcare professionals, particularly in rural and tribal areas.